Short Bio: Gail Simmons is a trained culinary expert, food writer and dynamic television personality. Since the show’s inception, she has lent her expertise as a permanent judge on Bravo’s 2010 Emmy-winning hit series Top Chef, and is host of Top Chef: Just Desserts, its pastry- focused spin-off. Gail joined Food & Wine in 2004 and directs special projects for the magazine. Prior to joining Food & Wine, Gail was the special events manager for Chef Daniel Boulud’s restaurant empire. She trained in the kitchens of Le Cirque 2000 and Vong restaurants, and worked for esteemed food critic Jeffrey Steingarten at Vogue. Her first book, entitled , was published in February 2012 (Hyperion). She lives in New York with her husband, Jeremy.

Five things you bring on a plane: Magazines, ipad, a bar of dark chocolate, scarf

What do you always seem to forget: My hairbrush

Favorite travel iPhone app(s):

Most embarrassing travel moment: Forgetting my passport at home during my book tour between Chicago and Toronto and having to fly back to NYC at the last minute in between to get it….

What’s your dream destination: Argentina, Brazil, Turkey

Favorite travel charity:

Best travel tip: You can’t plan to be spontaneous, but it’s always those unexpected moments in travel that create the best memories, so remember to allow yourself the time for them. Also, always leave a little room in your suitcase, you never know what treasures you may find along the way.

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